Walk Around the Block
119 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsI like talking, stories and getting worked up over things that don't concern me. I like taking walks around the block with all three.
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Episodes
Surprise, surprise
May 20, 2022 23:00 - 12 minutes - 8.75 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we're full of surprises. Show notes: The great earbud debate: Episode 66: Can You Hear Me Now? The best way to use sparkling water: Episode 52: Merry Merry Mocktail
Can you hear me now?
May 06, 2022 22:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we are back back back! Show notes: Music in stores: Episode 55: Shopping for a Song
Can you hear me now?
May 06, 2022 22:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we are back back back! Show notes: Music in stores: Episode 55: Shopping for a Song
Hidden talents
April 09, 2022 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.1 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we're celebrating the fun and the quirky. Show notes: Kennesaw State student on second-place Jeopardy finish: https://www.wabe.org/kennesaw-state-student-raymond-goslow-walks-away-with-second-place-on-jeopardy-national-college-championship/ Multi-talented KSU student shares his 'unique' talent: https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/cobb-county/multi-talented-ksu-student-shares-his-unique-talent-advances-college-jeopardy/5RYFMTATH5BTDADK2VIOG22SLQ/ Makeup hel...
Fun with food
April 02, 2022 01:00 - 12 minutes - 8.34 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we're definitely not joking. Show notes: Last year's April Fool's: Episode 28: Telling About a Joke Hellmann's/Butterfinger "collab": https://twitter.com/Hellmanns/status/1509581554074501126?cxt=HHwWjIC-oZybjvMpAAAA Hellmann's Butterfinger Crispety Crunchety Cake: https://www.hellmanns.com/us/en/recipes/hellmann%E2%80%99s-butterfinger-crispety-crunchety-cake.html 33 Weird Food Combinations Which Sound Gross But Taste Amazing: https://www.google.com/am...
LOL
March 26, 2022 02:00 - 11 minutes - 7.8 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we're laughing out loud ... or are we? Show notes: Why we use 'lol' so much: https://www.vice.com/en/article/akvqgk/why-we-use-lol-so-much?utm_source=pocket&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=pockethits
Little wins
March 19, 2022 06:00 - 11 minutes - 7.67 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we're celebrating some little wins. Show notes: The podcast episode I referenced: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-than-happy/id1021836339?i=1000541579752 The original Rice Krispies treat recipe: https://www.ricekrispies.com/en_US/recipes/the-original-treats-recipe.html
Swag bag
March 12, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.26 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we're putting together a birthday swag bag. Show notes: My first trip to the dentist - Episode 44: Mistaken Identity
A few questions
March 05, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.89 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we have a few questions.
Trip notes
February 26, 2022 01:00 - 10 minutes - 6.93 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we have some trip notes. Show notes: Perla Anne Press on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/PerlaAnne?section_id=29764148 Target to test adding Starbucks drinks and store returns to Drive Up orders: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/shopping/2022/02/23/target-starbucks-returns-drive-up-test/6907404001/
French fries and starlight
February 19, 2022 02:00 - 10 minutes - 7.43 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we have some new ideas. Show notes: The French fry lover in your life might go head over peels for this perfume: https://www.npr.org/2022/02/13/1080493253/valentines-day-idaho-potato-french-fry-perfume Frites by Idaho giveaway: https://www.instagram.com/p/CZuVtTduHub/?utm_medium=copy_link Coca-Cola introduces a first-of-its-kind flavor: https://www.cnn.com/2022/02/17/business/coke-new-flavor/index.html
Super foods
February 12, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.2 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we're talking super foods. Show notes: Instacart reveals top-scoring Super Bowl snacks for game day: https://www.foxla.com/news/instacart-reveals-top-scoring-super-bowl-snacks-for-game-day The only 10 Super Bowl recipes you'll ever need (I make the salsa): https://ftw.usatoday.com/2015/01/the-only-10-super-bowl-recipes-you-will-ever-need The best avocado dip: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/roasted-corn-and-avocado-dip/ Babs' air fryer donuts: htt...
Winter wins
February 05, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.42 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we're finding some winter sunshine. Show notes: Chicken nuggets - I do 12 minutes at 400 but 10 would probably be fine: https://www.justbarechicken.com/products/lightly-breaded-chicken-breast-chunks/ Air fryer garlic steak bites: https://www.loveandotherspices.com/air-fryer-garlic-steak-bites/ Drawer organizers: https://www.target.com/p/3pk-medium-storage-trays-brightroom/-/A-85665005
Shopping for a song
January 29, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 7.84 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we're shopping for the right song. Show notes: Whatever happened to Muzak? It's now Mood: https://www.latimes.com/business/lazarus/la-fi-lazarus-store-music-20170707-story.html
Great expectations
January 18, 2022 07:00 - 11 minutes - 8.05 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we're keeping our expectations level. Show notes: Oreo is celebrating its 110th birthday: https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/11/business/oreo-birthday-cookie-flavor/index.html Which Girl Scout Cookie are you? https://www.usatoday.com/web-stories/girl-scout-cookie-quiz/
Sliding into the new year
January 11, 2022 01:00 - 10 minutes - 7.37 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we're sliding into the new year. Show notes: My hoodie: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B099MW8GPG?ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details&th=1&psc=1 The last time it snowed: Episode 23: Snow Week Three mocktail recipes from GMA (I made the middle one & left out the strawberry): https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/food/story/mocktail-recipes-ring-2022-alcohol-82011560 The original Merry Mocktail (I make it with cranberry juice): https://pinchofyum.com/the-merry-mock...
Merry merry mocktail
December 18, 2021 02:00 - 10 minutes - 7.27 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we're feeling very merry! Show notes: The time we found a bird's nest in the wreath: Episode 32: For the Birds And the bird in the garage: Episode 40: Full circle The Merry Mocktail: https://pinchofyum.com/the-merry-mocktail Merry Mocktail IG post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CXUMSNWrbhS/?utm_medium=copy_link Becoming a ribbon person: Episode 16: Virtual cooking and the art of wrapping
A magical snowman
December 07, 2021 08:00 - 11 minutes - 7.9 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we've got the compelling story of a snowman. Show notes: "Saving Simon" commercial (full version): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5WaFx8rx54 Extra Gum commercial (full version): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NemtQx0m0Ss
I know nothing
November 20, 2021 08:00 - 11 minutes - 7.89 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we have slang ... familect ... there's a lot to say. Show notes: The most popular slang words: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2021/11/10/slang-words-2021/6358772001/ Why we speak more weirdly at home: https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2021/05/family-secret-language-familect/618871/ The story about Al: https://walktheblockpod.buzzsprout.com/1214039/9133425-mistaken-identity
A town for sale
November 14, 2021 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.11 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we've got a town for sale and an unknown number. Show notes: My pasta pot (the price fluctuates, don't spend too much!!): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0742WGMJK/ref=twister_B07WW2KDP2?_encoding=UTF8&th=1 Four things you should know about daylight saving: https://www.npr.org/2021/11/01/1050492391/daylight-saving-time-history-what-you-need-to-know Water Valley, town straight out of the early 1900s, for sale in Tennessee for $725,000: https://www.newschannel...
Halloween recap
November 03, 2021 23:00 - 10 minutes - 7.33 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we are BACK! with a Halloween recap. Show notes: The McRib is back: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2021/11/01/mcdonalds-mcrib-2021-returns-restaurants-nationwide/6170075001/ This is My Halloween Costume t-shirt: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KVR1DZF?ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details&customId=B07537H5TD&th=1 The Boo-ing Escapade of 2020: https://walktheblockpod.buzzsprout.com/1214039/6035296-boos-and-halloween-plans Carson Daly's candy chute:...
Happy Fall Y'all
October 08, 2021 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.38 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, it is fully fall and we are wrapping up some loose ends (Gilligan's Island, decorations, Trader Joe's ...). Show notes: Museum gave artist $84,000, he delivered blank canvases: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/jens-haaning-take-the-money-and-run-blank-canvases-kunsten-museum-modern-art-denmark/ 'Gilligan's Island' harassment case ends in suspended jail sentence: https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2021-10-01/la-fi-bill-gross-gilligans-island-sculpture-c...
I (eye?) don't even know
September 26, 2021 04:00 - 11 minutes - 7.84 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, I just don't even know. Show notes: The backstory on my windsock ghosts: Decorating update and a shoe dilemma
Waving hello to fall
September 11, 2021 00:00 - 9 minutes - 6.75 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we catch up on the events of the week.
Mistaken identity
September 03, 2021 14:00 - 11 minutes - 7.84 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we have a case of mistaken identity.
Lost and found
August 21, 2021 06:00 - 9 minutes - 6.71 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we take a trip to the lost and found.
Dog days of summer
August 15, 2021 04:00 - 8 minutes - 6.07 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, it's the dog days of summer. Show notes: How to Trim Shrubs the Right Way: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GK3pejrC_Y The shears I ended up getting: https://www.stihlusa.com/products/hand-tools/hedge-shears/heavydutyhedgeshear/ Spaghetti Sauce with Fresh Tomatoes: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/254517/spaghetti-sauce-with-fresh-tomatoes/
Seen around town
August 08, 2021 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.97 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we start season two and talk about some of the random things I've seen lately. Show notes: Pineapple Pork with Coconut Rice (I use chicken, white rice--same amount--and don't usually do extra sauce or any toppings): https://pinchofyum.com/pineapple-pork-with-coconut-rice The time I organized my pantry: Episode 8: Quick Updates and All Things Organization
Full circle
July 29, 2021 03:00 - 10 minutes - 7.25 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we come full circle (hint: Zillow, birds and the garage). Show notes: The backstory on my Zillow emails (and ... yet another nature encounter): Episode 5: Wildlife sequel and my fake HGTV show
Text savvy
July 17, 2021 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.62 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, Gen Zers want to free the world from email. Show notes: The Microchip Shortage, Explained: https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2021/04/02/chip-shortage-car-prices-tech-items/4849838001/ Could Gen Z Free the World from Email? https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/10/business/gen-z-email.html
"Hot" topics
July 10, 2021 08:00 - 10 minutes - 7.23 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, I fill you on the "exciting" events of the past couple of weeks. Show notes: Summer Shrimp Scampi with Tomatoes and Corn (I used chicken broth instead of wine and about 3 1/2 TB butter): https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1021184-summer-shrimp-scampi-with-tomatoes-and-corn?campaign_id=90&emc=edit_fwd_20210702&instance_id=34421&nl=five-weeknight-dishes®i_id=85384154&segment_id=62457&te=1&user_id=ab3680669582bbf0a66bebcee8ed8474 My fake rock: https:/...
Cat on a hot shingled roof
June 27, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.5 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we have the tale of a cat on a hot shingled roof. Show notes: Happy to Shun the Showroom, Millenials Storm the Car Market: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/17/business/buying-a-car-online-carvana.html
Summer and road tripping
June 20, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.08 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk about my recent road trip. Show notes: You May Not Want to Get Your Beauty Tips from Tik Tok: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/15/style/you-may-not-want-to-get-your-beauty-tips-from-tiktok.html
Car trouble
June 05, 2021 08:00 - 14 minutes - 9.83 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we run into a little bit of car trouble. Show notes: Phil Mickelson becomes oldest to win a major: https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/31500415/phil-mickelson-50-wins-pga-championship-become-oldest-major-champion-golf-history
Game (show) night
May 23, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.2 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, it's game night! Show notes: Jeopardy guest host ratings: https://www.thewrap.com/jeopardy-guest-hosts-ranked-by-ratings-ken-jennings-aaron-rodgers-dr-oz/ Older article about Jeopardy guest host ratings: https://www.deseret.com/2021/4/21/22396093/jeopardy-anderson-cooper-is-hosting-now-but-ratings-reveal-ken-jennings-is-the-favorite-host Mike Richards' illustrious biography: https://www.jeopardy.com/about/cast/mike-richards
Shut the door
May 15, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 6.89 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we're very distracted (and wondering why the garage door is open).
For the birds
May 08, 2021 01:00 - 11 minutes - 7.64 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we find a little surprise outside the front door.
Driveway zoo
May 02, 2021 04:00 - 11 minutes - 7.8 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, things are a little bit of a zoo around here. Show notes: Monarch butterfly population moves closer to extinction: https://www.nbcnews.com/science/environment/monarch-butterfly-population-moves-closer-extinction-rcna231
Phones and flowerbeds
April 25, 2021 02:00 - 11 minutes - 7.92 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we've got phone issues and flowerbed victories.
Gaining distraction
April 10, 2021 08:00 - 11 minutes - 7.99 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, everything's a distraction. Show notes: Lowe's Springfest: https://www.lowes.com/events/springfest Heinz Ketchup Shortage 2021: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2021/04/06/heinz-tomato-ketchup-shortage-2021/7105139002/
Telling (about) a joke
April 03, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.22 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, I've got an April Fool's joke for you. Show notes: Celebrating Easter/General Conference: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/easter-2021 Because of Him - Easter Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGCbMEmpY4g Lego SmartBricks: https://www.instagram.com/p/CNHTtqWhyBO/
Peeps and catch up
March 28, 2021 01:00 - 10 minutes - 6.89 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we catch up over a cardboard box of Peeps. Show notes: Pepsi Has a New Peeps Soda: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2021/03/25/peeps-flavored-pepsi-launches-via-sweepstakes-heres-how-enter/6997338002/ Lowe's Giving Away Free Garden-to-Go Kits: https://fox8.com/news/lowes-giving-away-free-garden-to-go-kits-every-thursday-in-april/ McD's Shake Sauce: https://twitter.com/mcdonalds/status/1112685976462245889?lang=en
This or that
March 20, 2021 23:00 - 10 minutes - 7.12 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk a little bit of this and a little bit of that. Show notes: Pixi Color Corrector: https://www.target.com/p/pixi-by-petra-correction-concentrate-brightening-peach-0-10oz/-/A-12849696
Missing the boat
March 13, 2021 02:00 - 10 minutes - 7.07 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk about a few things I might be missing the boat on.
Off the rails
March 02, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.16 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, things come off the rails a little bit. Show notes: Lazy cookie bars (I made mine with chocolate cake mix and Reese's Pieces, cut in half for an 8x8 dish): https://cookiesandcups.com/lazy-cookie-bars/
Snow week
February 20, 2021 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.41 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk about--what else?--winter weather. Show notes: A Workout for Your Mental Health: https://www.wsj.com/articles/a-workout-for-your-mental-health-11610917200?st=er86ot4hz67u6ul&mod=bef13 My current morning smoothie: 1 frozen banana/1/2 cup oats/1 TB peanut butter/2 TB cocoa powder/1 cup of almond milk/dash of cinnamon (sometimes a couple ice cubes) - adapted from these two recipes: https://www.instagram.com/p/CKhMwGdhkyq/ and https://www.runnin...
(Maybe) trying something new
February 13, 2021 09:00 - 10 minutes - 7.07 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk about--maybe--trying something new.
It's the Super Bowl!
February 06, 2021 02:00 - 10 minutes - 7.46 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk all things Super Bowl. Show notes: A Night of Lowemance: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/shopping/2021/02/03/valentines-day-lowes-lowemance-contest-date-night/4300011001/ The GOAT's a Hog. Still, I Want Tom Brady to Win: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/03/opinion/tom-brady-super-bowl.html Chiefs' barber tests positive amid haircuts: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30828347/kansas-city-chiefs-pull-virus-positive-barber-daniel-kilgore-wa...
TJ's faves and signature style
January 30, 2021 01:00 - 10 minutes - 7.04 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we talk a few food updates and the art of signature style. Show notes: Lady Gaga Oreos: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2021/01/28/lady-gaga-oreos-chromatica-themed-package-pink-cookies/4292663001/ Trader Joe's 12th Annual Customer Choice Awards: https://www.traderjoes.com/digin/post/12th-customer-choice-winners Don't Overthink It by Anne Bogel: https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Overthink-Easier-Decisions-Second-Guessing-ebook/dp/B07VNHCYXQ/ref=tmm_...
How hard can it be?
January 23, 2021 02:00 - 12 minutes - 8.95 MBOn this week's Walk Around the Block, we find the fine line between empowerment and absurdity (somewhere near the Great Costco Debacle of 2019).